15 Best Country Songs to Serenade Your Thanksgiving Gathering

After all, both country and Thanksgiving are basically all about the same thing: recognizing the importance of family, ...
American Songwriter

The Writer’s Block: Eddie Schwartz on Writing Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” Burning Out, Then Releasing His First Album in 30 Years

"They encouraged me to write again," said Schwartz of his songwriting hiatus, "and now that I'm writing again, they created a monster." ...

Brett James remembered in emotional tribute at 59th CMA Awards led by Kenny Chesney

Cody Johnson was chosen as the Male Vocalist of the Year, and Paul Franklin as the Musician of the Year. Zach Top won the award for the New Artist of the Year while Vince Gill was presented with the ...

Chris Daughtry Shuts Down AI Speculation About His 25-Year Marriage

Chris Daughtry slammed rumors about the status of his marriage to Deanna Daughtry after AI photos of them circulated on ...
American Songwriter

3 of the Most Unforgettable One-Liners That 1990s Country Ever Gave Us

Some of the best lines in '90s country can be found in these three songs. Revisit these classic country songs for a dose of nostalgia.
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When AI Took the Top Spot: How ‘Slop’ Songs Are Disrupting the Charts

Breaking Rust's AI-generated country song hit No. 1 on Billboard. How AI slop music is flooding charts, threatening artists, ...